Limoncello Mascarpone Cake
A luscious and creamy Limoncello Mascarpone Cake combining zesty lemon flavors with rich mascarpone for a perfect Italian-inspired dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup limoncello liqueur
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Mix in the melted butter, mascarpone cheese, limoncello, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Before serving, dust the top lightly with powdered sugar.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, serve chilled slices with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of additional limoncello.
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